Rating: 74% from 20 reviews

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“ I had a great time staying here! Short walk to the pier which is great for running, lifting, watching, looking etc... The dorm was great, comfy bed and the balcony doors stayed open and let in fresh air all night through. Only downer was the wi-fi, but Starbucks is a short walk and offers free high-speed wi-fi for when you need that. I'll be staying here next time I'm in LA for sure. ”

80%

21 May 2015
Fredrik
Norway

“ Ian and the guys were nice. The facility is good for what is needed for a hostel. It's what it should be and comfortable. ”

77%

13 May 2015
Anonymous
USA

“ One very self-righteous staff member who was not popular with any of the guests I talked to. Was rude and mother henned the guests. The cots are very unsupportive. I'm not a big guy but I found my bed sagging so much that my back was bent all night. Otherwise decent facility with serviceable facilities and a good location. Enjoyed the company of the othet residents. ”

Owner Comment

We weren't rude David - just had to make you aware that taking peoples food isn't cool .

66%

13 Feb 2015
Anonymous
USA

“ I stayed here for a week at the beginning of January. Ian the owner and Sandra, a lovely girl that worked there were super friendly and helpful. They helped me organise my trip and offered to run some errands for me. Staying at this hostel you feel part of the family with really cozy communal rooms to meet other travellers. Breakfast was exactly how it should be at the price. Rooms were perfectly clean and comfortable. Location is perfect, 15min walk to venice beach & 5 min to supermarket. ”

100%

11 Jan 2015
Suki
England

“ This is a very homey hostel, i like the atmosphere. Staff are very nice as well. ”

80%

23 Dec 2014
Anonymous
Egypt

“ Hostel wouldn't let me stay more than one night because I'm American which is BS. I am an international traveler. I just came from overseas.
Staff (Colombian woman) was rather weird and accused me of smoking on the premises. Which was false.
Close to beach. ”

49%

11 Nov 2014
Anonymous
USA

“ At first I thought Venice Beach Hostel was a bit shady because they aren't up front with you about where it's actually located (you get an email after booking that asks you to check in at a different address, which is the actual location), but after arriving I felt more comfortable with the stay. I liked the hostel's at home feel, laid-back atmosphere, and sense of privacy. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about local going-ons and things to do. ”

80%

07 Nov 2014
Meghan
USA

“ Great little wee secret run by awesome staff. ”

94%

11 Sep 2014
Daniel
New Zealand

“ I had an amazing time staying here! Ian and the rest of the staff were informative and friendly. A very relaxed environment. The beds are simple but adequate. It's clean and the facilities are all any traveller needs. Venice beach is a 20min walk away, but in the lovely LA sun is totally worth it. Transport links are close by. I had an awesome time here and recommended it to some fellow travellers who also loved it. I'll definitely stay here again when i'm back in LA! ”

86%

25 Aug 2014
Daniel
England

“ Had so much fun here, always something to do in venice beach. Awesome people awesome vibes at our hostel. It was cleaned every day and sheets were changed often. Just a short walk to all of the action or there's a bus stop right across the street. I would recommend this to any young traveller looking to meet new people! ”